Our Community Programs

Independent Health and the Independent Health Foundation offer a variety of year-round programs that promote good nutrition and exercise for children and families.

Take a look at our current offerings for more information on how our programs support the health of our community.

Good for the Neighborhood

We bring free training for healthy living directly into the community. See where and when you can participate in the Foundation’s free health screenings, fitness and nutrition classes, a farmer’s market and more.

Soccer for Success

The Independent Health Foundation has brought the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s youth-development program to Western New York! Learn more about this challenging after-school activity, led by professionally trained coaches.

Fitness in the Parks

What do you get when you combine a variety of free, professionally taught fitness classes with the great outdoors? Discover when, where and how Independent Health and YMCA Buffalo Niagara have teamed up to bring this weekly program to a community park near you this summer.

Community All-Stars / Wellness All-Star

Independent Health and Business First have teamed up to identify and honor our Community All-Stars, a group of Western New York high school seniors who exemplify outstanding qualities, which make our community a great place to live. In addition, one high school senior will be named our Wellness All-Star, an individual who makes our community a healthy place to live.